Midland Railway - Butterley

Midland Railway - Butterley We invite you to join us on a great day out for all of the family, with heritage train rides transporting you to a bygone era. Free parking.

A very warm welcome to the Midland Railway – Butterley! A great day out for all of the family with loads to see and do. Heritage train rides transport you to a bygone era. Explore the demonstration signal box, a victorian railwayman’s church and much more. Plus there are narrow gauge, miniature and model railways, shops, buffets, children’s playground and country park.

Back to the 80s Weekend at Midland Railway – Butterley 13th - 14th June!Step back into one of the most iconic decades as...
08/06/2026

Back to the 80s Weekend at Midland Railway – Butterley 13th - 14th June!

Step back into one of the most iconic decades as we celebrate everything 1980s with a full weekend of retro fun!

See the timetables in the pictures.

Traction:-

* Pacers 142011 & 142013 operating together as a 4-car set
* Heritage Mk1 carriage services hauled by:
* 31108
* 45108
* 44004 “Great Gable”
Working in a variety of locomotive formations across the weekend

Special Guest Vehicles

* The 1989 Batmobile
* The “Scooby Doo” Mystery Machine

Plus Enjoy

* Retro arcade games
* Heritage diesel train rides
* 80s disco area
* Fantastic photo opportunities
* Bus rides across Swanwick Junction site

In addition, don’t miss a special display of models from the classic 1980s television series Tugs — a real treat for fans young and old.

A wide range of other historical buildings will be open at Swanwick Junction, including the children’s play area, Victorian Railwayman’s Church, West Shed, stationary power exhibits, road transport displays, Forklift Museum, Diesel Shed, Butterley Park Miniature Railway, steam hauled services on the Golden Valley Light Railway, and the surrounding Country Park.

Fancy dress in 80s attire is encouraged!

Dust off your denim jackets, leg warmers, neon colours, and big hair, and relive the sights and sounds of the 1980s!

Saturday 13 June & Sunday 14 June 2026

A great day out for railway enthusiasts, families, and anyone who loves the decade that brought us synth-pop, arcade classics, and unforgettable style.

Book online now: https://midlandrailway-butterley.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/74405?catID=69628&

06/06/2026

No.15 departing Swanwick Junction for Hammersmith earlier today 🚂

06/06/2026

No.15 is out this weekend hauling a two coach train here at Midland Railway seen here preparing for the first run of the day🚂

Step back into the 1980s! Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th June 2026Join us for a weekend of retro nostalgia at Midland Railw...
06/06/2026

Step back into the 1980s! Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th June 2026

Join us for a weekend of retro nostalgia at Midland Railway – Butterley, with vintage vehicles, heritage transport, classic atmosphere and plenty to explore around Swanwick Junction. Whether you remember the decade first time round or just love the music and style, it’s set to be a fantastic family day out.

Find out more here:
https://www.midlandrailway-butterley.co.uk/calendar/1980s-weekend-2/

And while you’re visiting, don’t miss the BGRA Loco Driver Olympics on Sunday afternoon!

From 2pm–4pm at the Butterley Garden Railway, watch steam and battery-powered locos compete in a series of fun challenges as drivers battle it out for railway glory.
A full weekend of heritage, nostalgia and miniature railway fun awaits!

Amber Valley Info

04/06/2026

Steam Running Weekend 6th - 7th June

Enjoy a fun-filled day out for the whole family as our heritage steam trains operate to Timetable A.

This weekend features Robert Stephenson and Hawthorn No. 15 “Eustace Forth”, providing all the sights, sounds, and smells that steam enthusiasts of every age will love.

Climb aboard our heritage Mk1 carriages and travel in comfort as you relax and enjoy the countryside. Whether you’re introducing children to the magic of steam railways for the first time or reliving cherished memories, it’s an unforgettable experience for all generations.

Butterley Departures
11:00, 12:15, 14:00 & 15:15

Explore Swanwick Junction

Hop off the train at Swanwick Junction and discover a wide range of attractions and activities for visitors of all ages, including:

* The Victorian Railwayman’s Church
* The West Shed Experience
* The Road Transport Building
* The Stationary Power House
* The Golden Valley Light Railway
* Children’s play area
* Country Park walks

Additional buildings may also be open, subject to volunteer availability on the day.

Refreshments

Take a break at Deeley’s Tearooms, located at Swanwick Junction, where you’ll find a selection of:

* Hot and cold drinks
* Sandwiches and snacks
* Ice creams and sweet treats

Perfect for refuelling during your visit.

Book your online tickets:- https://midlandrailway-butterley.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/74397?catID=69609&

Visitor Information

Free parking and site entrance are located at Butterley Station.

Please note that Swanwick Junction Station is not accessible by road and cannot be reached by vehicle. Visitors should arrive via Butterley Station and travel to Swanwick Junction by train.

We look forward to welcoming you for a memorable day of steam, history, and family fun!

03/06/2026

This week it’s Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we’d like to say a huge thank you to every one of our volunteers.

From operating and maintaining our engines and carriages to caring for our heritage collections, welcoming visitors, maintaining our site and supporting events, our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do.

Their dedication, enthusiasm and countless hours of hard work help preserve our railway heritage and ensure that Midland Railway – Butterley continues to be enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year.

Quite simply, we couldn’t do it without them.

To all of our volunteers – past and present – thank you for everything you do. ❤️

So one has waddled up to the The Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust in the West Shed…we wonder where the other went?
03/06/2026

So one has waddled up to the The Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust in the West Shed…we wonder where the other went?

A post about posts!Over the last few weeks, our volunteers have been hard at work painting signal posts, signal lamps/br...
03/06/2026

A post about posts!

Over the last few weeks, our volunteers have been hard at work painting signal posts, signal lamps/brackets, mile posts, station lamp posts, and benches across the railway.

As a dedicated team of volunteers, we’re steadily working through the many jobs that help keep the railway looking its best for everyone to enjoy when they visit.

Would you like to get involved in projects like these, or one of the many other roles available around the railway?

If the answer is yes, we’d love to hear from you! Simply send an email to [email protected].

Recruiting and welcoming new volunteers is also led by the same fantastic team who are involved in these projects, so you’ll be joining a friendly and enthusiastic group helping to preserve and improve the railway for future generations.

Back to the 80s Weekend at Midland Railway – Butterley 13th - 14th June!Step back into one of the most iconic decades as...
02/06/2026

Back to the 80s Weekend at Midland Railway – Butterley 13th - 14th June!

Step back into one of the most iconic decades as we celebrate everything 1980s with a full weekend of retro fun!

Traction:-

* Pacers 142011 & 142013 operating together as a 4-car set
* Heritage Mk1 carriage services hauled by:
* 31108
* 45108
* 44004 “Great Gable”
Working in a variety of locomotive formations across the weekend

Special Guest Vehicles

* The 1989 Batmobile
* The “Scooby Doo” Mystery Machine

Plus Enjoy

* Retro arcade games
* Heritage diesel train rides
* 80s disco area
* Fantastic photo opportunities
* Bus rides across Swanwick Junction site

In addition, don’t miss a special display of models from the classic 1980s television series Tugs — a real treat for fans young and old.

A wide range of other historical buildings will be open at Swanwick Junction, including the children’s play area, Victorian Railwayman’s Church, West Shed, stationary power exhibits, road transport displays, Forklift Museum, Diesel Shed, Butterley Park Miniature Railway, Golden Valley Light Railway, and the surrounding Country Park.

Fancy dress in 80s attire is encouraged!

Dust off your denim jackets, leg warmers, neon colours, and big hair, and relive the sights and sounds of the 1980s!

Saturday 13 June & Sunday 14 June 2026

A great day out for railway enthusiasts, families, and anyone who loves the decade that brought us synth-pop, arcade classics, and unforgettable style.

Book online now: https://midlandrailway-butterley.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/74405?catID=69628&

Something a little different has arrived at Swanwick Junction…
02/06/2026

Something a little different has arrived at Swanwick Junction…

Address

Midland Railway Trust, Butterley Station
Ripley
DE53QZ

Opening Hours

Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+441773570140

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